A Patient Is Administered a Drug in the Form of a Tablet

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient is administered a drug in the form of a tablet formulated with an osmotic substance that slowly attracts water. Which characteristic is associated with this preparation?

• A) used to treat constipation
• B) enables almost 100% bioavailability
• C) poses more risks than intramuscular administration
• D) causes a localized effect on the colon
• E) provides sustained drug absorption over many hours

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Definitions:

Large Intestine

The final section of the digestive system, responsible for water absorption and the formation of feces.

Colon

The longest part of the large intestine, involved in water absorption and the formation of fecal matter.

Splenic Flexure

The part of the colon where the transverse colon turns downward at the spleen, forming a curve.

Hepatic Flexure

The bend of the colon by the liver, where the ascending colon turns to become the transverse colon.